Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3
- Developers: Media.Vision
- Publishers: 505 Games, Sony Computer Entertainment, XSEED Games
Wild Arms 5 is a role-playing video game developed by Media.Vision and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for the PlayStation 2. It was released in Japan in 2006 and in North America and Europe in 2007. The game is the fifth installment in the Wild Arms series, and it follows a group of young travelers as they fight to save their dying land.
The game’s story takes place in the fictional world of Filgaia, which is slowly dying due to the depletion of its mana. A group of young travelers, led by Dean Stark, set out on a journey to find a way to save their world. Along the way, they are joined by a variety of allies, including a talking dog named Brad, a thief named Rebecca, and a mage named Elmina.
The game’s combat system is turn-based, and it features a unique “HEX” system. In the HEX system, characters can move and attack within a hexagonal grid. The position of characters on the grid affects the damage they deal and the attacks they can use.
Wild Arms 5 also features a variety of mini-games and side quests. These activities can be completed to earn money and rare items. The game also features a number of cameos from characters from previous Wild Arms games.
Wild Arms 5 was generally well-received by critics. The game was praised for its story, characters, and combat system. However, some critics found the game’s world to be too linear and its dungeons to be too repetitive.
Overall, Wild Arms 5 is a solid role-playing game with a great story, characters, and combat system. The game is a must-play for fans of the Wild Arms series and RPGs in general.
Characters
- Dean Stark: The protagonist of the game, Dean is a young man who sets out on a journey to find a way to save his dying world. He is a skilled swordsman and a powerful HEX user.
- Rebecca Streisand: A thief who joins Dean on his journey, Rebecca is a skilled fighter and a master of disguise. She is also a skilled HEX user.
- Elmina: A mage who joins Dean on his journey, Elmina is a powerful spellcaster and a skilled HEX user. She is also a skilled healer.
- Brad: A talking dog who joins Dean on his journey, Brad is a loyal companion and a skilled fighter. He is also a skilled HEX user.
Gameplay
Wild Arms 5 is a turn-based role-playing game. The game features a unique “HEX” system, which allows characters to move and attack within a hexagonal grid. The position of characters on the grid affects the damage they deal and the attacks they can use.
The game also features a variety of mini-games and side quests. These activities can be completed to earn money and rare items. The game also features a number of cameos from characters from previous Wild Arms games.
Story
The story of Wild Arms 5 takes place in the fictional world of Filgaia, which is slowly dying due to the depletion of its mana. A group of young travelers, led by Dean Stark, set out on a journey to find a way to save their world. Along the way, they are joined by a variety of allies, including a talking dog named Brad, a thief named Rebecca, and a mage named Elmina.
The group’s journey takes them to a variety of locations, including forests, deserts, and mountains. They must fight their way through hordes of enemies, including monsters, bandits, and even other humans. As they progress, they learn more about the true nature of the threat to Filgaia and the sacrifices that must be made to save it.
Reception
Wild Arms 5 was generally well-received by critics. The game was praised for its story, characters, and combat system. However, some critics found the game’s world to be too linear and its dungeons to be too repetitive.
Overall, Wild Arms 5 is a solid role-playing game with a great story, characters, and combat system. The game is a must-play for fans of the Wild Arms series and RPGs in general.
Review Score
8.5/10
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